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Emergency first aid at work

Who is it for?

This course is suitable for people aged 16+ who work in low hazard environments (for example an office or shop) or where the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) / Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI) guidelines indicate staff should hold a certificate in emergency first aid at work.

If your needs assessment identifies a requirement for additional first aid training, we recommend the three day first aid at work course which teaches the skills to recognise and treat a wider range of injuries and medical conditions.

Length

Time

Course content includes:

unresponsive and not breathing, including the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)

having a seizure

choking

bleeding heavily

suffering from shock

burnt.

It also includes information on:

dealing with an emergency:

assessing a casualty

monitoring a casualty

where to get help

electrical incidents

accident recording and reporting

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH).

Each learner receives a training pack including a host of resources to help them practice the skills covered. The pack includes a course companion workbook, bandages and more.

Qualification

The HSE and HSENI require at least six training contact hours for this course. Learners must attend all sessions to be eligible for assessment, which is done by continuous observation and questioning during the course.

On successful completion of this course, you will receive an emergency first aid at work certificate which is valid for three years.